Democracy & Justice: Collected Writings, Vol. VII
This volume is a sample of the Brennan Center’s work on all fronts in the fight for democracy and justice in 2013.
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Taking the “Re” out of Redistricting: State Constitutional Provisions on Redistricting Timing
This report examines in detail the states’ constitutional language and case law regarding redistricting timing, to chart the likely fault lines of future attempts to re-redraw district lines. -
Federal Prosecution for the 21st Century
This report from the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law proposes modernizing one key aspect of the criminal justice system: federal prosecutors. -
The Right to Cite: Why Fair and Accountable Courts Should Abandon No-Citation Rules
This publication offers a critical analysis of no-citation rules currently in effect in several federal circuits and in many state courts. -
The Impact of Judicial Vacancies on Federal Trial Courts
Despite the recent uptick in judicial nominee confirmations, district judges say judicial vacancies are causing significant case delays and unmanageable caseloads in district courts across the U.S. -
Is Your Gourmet Grocer a Sweatshop?
A report on working conditions at upscale groceries in New York City. -
Winning Construction Jobs for Local Residents
A user’s guide for community organizing campaigns. -
Getting Started
This report outlines activities that defenders commonly use in their efforts to build stronger ties with client communities. -
Recession and 9/11
“Recession and 9/11: Economic Hardship and the Failure of the Safety Net for Unemployed Workers in New York City” documents widespread economic hardship, an unequal system, inadequate benefits, and outreach works. -
The New York State Legislative Process: An Evaluation and Blueprint for Reform
This landmark study presents the top five problems with the New York State legislative process and details changes to the operating rules of the Assembly and Senate that would make the Legislature more responsive, deliberative, accessible, accountable, and efficient.
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